The nigger of the "Narcissus"
About this book
“My task... is, by the power of the written word, to make you hear, to make you feel - it is, before all, to make you see. That - and no more, and it is everything. If I succeed, you shall find there, according to your deserts, encouragement, consolation, fear, charm, all you demand - and, perhaps, also that glimpse of truth for which you have forgotten to ask” Conrad, from the preface to "The Nigger of the Narcissus. "Narcissus was a real ship, a pretty Clyde built semi-clipper and Conrad sailed on her as second mate. Conrad's descriptions of life on the “heartless sea” and the operation of sailing ships are indisputably work of the highest authenticity and rank amongst the canon of must-reads for anyone seriously interested in the subject. Please Note: This book is easy to read in true text, not scanned images that can sometimes be difficult to decipher. The Microsoft eBook has a contents page linked to the chapter headings for easy navigation.
Reader Profile
3.7/5 · 2676 readers · 173 pages · ≈ 3 h 12 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read The nigger of the "Narcissus"?
About ≈ 3 h 12 m — 173 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The nigger of the "Narcissus"?
173 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The nigger of the "Narcissus"?
It sits on the Sea Stories, Short Stories, Biography & Memoir shelves.
Is The nigger of the "Narcissus" in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in The nigger of the "Narcissus"?
The main characters include Joseph Conrad (1857-1924).
Where does The nigger of the "Narcissus" take place?
It is set in England, London (England) during 19th century.
Who wrote The nigger of the "Narcissus"?
Joseph Conrad.
Where can I read The nigger of the "Narcissus" online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library